• Hi, I am the owner and main administrator of Styleforum. If you find the forum useful and fun, please help support it by buying through the posted links on the forum. Our main, very popular sales thread, where the latest and best sales are listed, are posted HERE

    Purchases made through some of our links earns a commission for the forum and allows us to do the work of maintaining and improving it. Finally, thanks for being a part of this community. We realize that there are many choices today on the internet, and we have all of you to thank for making Styleforum the foremost destination for discussions of menswear.
  • This site contains affiliate links for which Styleforum may be compensated.
  • STYLE. COMMUNITY. GREAT CLOTHING.

    Bored of counting likes on social networks? At Styleforum, you’ll find rousing discussions that go beyond strings of emojis.

    Click Here to join Styleforum's thousands of style enthusiasts today!

    Styleforum is supported in part by commission earning affiliate links sitewide. Please support us by using them. You may learn more here.

Recent content by Shane 101

  1. Shane 101

    Co-ordinating a waistcoat (without jacket)

    Im very glad I had the opportunity to find this thread before doing something rash. Many thanks.
  2. Shane 101

    Shoes with NO socks ?

     Was thinking more along the lines of brown double monks..but by the reaction here I'll take that as a big no!
  3. Shane 101

    Shoes with NO socks ?

    Is it fashionable not to wear socks with dress shoes? If so what are the do's and don't please!
  4. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    The only photo thus far which shows my chosen fabric, pipping & lining.
  5. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    Will try to explain the best I can, keeping in mind I dont have the vocabulary for this field. The guy took over 20 plus measurements and spent 2 plus hrs there deciding on the details I chose a charcoal grey fabric in 120's wool that has a slight sheen under natural light. The fabric has a...
  6. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    I will get some photos at different stages for sure, I believe Melbourne is where the garments are normally made, as there is no store in perth. The guy flys to and from Melbourne. As with my case though, it will be stitched overseas.
  7. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    Well...after my fitting today a can shed some light on this subject. Having chosen my fabric, colour, style ect. My pattern will be made locally in Melbourne. I will have another two opportunities for correct fit prior to stitching which will be done in Portugal. Obviously someone like myself...
  8. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    Considering most of you knew what a shill was, I recon it would be a safe bet to say that some of you are (shills of another tailor) and here to troll. I will purchase my first bespoke suit through germanicos. .and will post back with as much feedback details as possible. But unfortunately the...
  9. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    Geez...hostile lot you guys aren't ya? What do you want, written guarantee? I'll let you know when I meet with Chris on the 6th.
  10. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    Hey guys...here in Perth the opportunities for quality mens wear is slim at best. I don't pretend to know anything about suits or stylish dressing , hence the reson I'm here. Im always interested in hearing tips and advice on where I should spend my money. But lets face it, I could spend 3 or...
  11. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    A shill lol You know I had to look that up? None the less im not deterred.
  12. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    Looking at the email I received, Sam still plays a part here in Perth.
  13. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    John from the Melbourne said that Chris was a new addition to the team here in Perth. I haven't been to their workroom yet.
  14. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    Appointment made with Sam from the Perth office, Sam is a pattern maker and have been assured will be a true bespoke suit...excited!
  15. Shane 101

    Germanicos- Bespoke Suits

    Well I think I'm sold, will make an appointment with germanicos in the new year. Will post back with some feedback.

Featured Sponsor

How important is full vs half canvas to you for heavier sport jackets?

  • Definitely full canvas only

    Votes: 97 36.7%
  • Half canvas is fine

    Votes: 95 36.0%
  • Really don't care

    Votes: 32 12.1%
  • Depends on fabric

    Votes: 44 16.7%
  • Depends on price

    Votes: 40 15.2%

Forum statistics

Threads
507,589
Messages
10,596,993
Members
224,470
Latest member
daghaakon
Top